People are often busy with work, taking care of their children and a number of other important things, so they may find difficulty fitting in a workout every day. It is true that when people are running errands for themselves and their family or worrying about work and personal issues that it is easy to …
There are mixed opinions about how much sleep people should get every night. If you ask one person, they will tell you that eight hours is the ideal amount. And, if you ask another, they will tell you six hours is the perfect amount. People are different, so the amount of sleep that everyone needs …
In New York, summer is not a season that sticks around for very long. In fact, in more recent years, summers have seemed to go by rather quickly, lasting what seems like a month or two. No matter where people live though, when summer rolls around, it is time to break out the short shorts, tank …
Summer is around the corner, so it is time to get in shape. When you are out of shape, it can take a lot of work to change that. Many people will try to work on their bodies by themselves, but there is a good chance that they will fail because they don\’t really know …
My phone has a pedometer It is scary when you start to realize what others walk, or don\’t walk each day. For so many, walking is their only activity of the day. Yet, many look to see how to limit the amount of walking they do. They drive more instead of walking. They look for …
By John Cruz, personal trainer Let\’s make 2016 about fitness success. Let\’s be honest, most of us know what it takes to ensure success in any endeavor in life: one must have a defined purpose, set specific and attainable goals, device a plan, and diligently execute it. Starting and/or following through on our goals, however, …
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When getting into shape, it is no secret that building up your core is the great way to optimize your body’s structure and strength. However, most people don’t realize that simply doing traditional abdominal exercises like sit-ups won’t build up the core strength that can help you advance to the next level of fitness training …
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Amateur bodybuilding competitions have become popular options in the past few decades, particularly for athletes who find themselves unable to continue to participate in their sport. Since bodybuilding competitions are a great fit for those who already have weight lifting experience, entering a competition can be a great way to take your training – and …
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After a long stressful day at work, it may be tempting to head home and collapse on the couch. Instead, working out at the end of the day can help you lose the feelings of stress and keep your body in great shape. While some people prefer working out in the mornings, exercising later …
When you are trying to get a flat stomach or show your six-pack, you may be tempted to do conventional sit-ups and ab workouts to tone your belly. However, increasing your core strength by working the transverse abdominus can lead to better overall strength and long-term muscle definition. Most people are concerned with …
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